One item that I love working with for craft projects is twine. It is so simple and inexpensive, but can really make a big impact. Did you know that there are several different types of twine? You can find it made from either natural fibers or synthetics, and you can even buy it in fun colors.
Here are 5 fun ways to use Twine in craft projects:
Make a banner
Use twine as the “string” and attach letters or pictures to make a banner. This is perfect for special occasions like holidays, birthday parties, baby showers, etc.
(Close-Up of Comic Book Birthday Banner for Super Hero party) |
Embellish a Vase
Wrap twine around a vase or a mason jar and it becomes a pretty decorative addition to a room. Use jute twine to add a rustic touch, or colored baker’s twine for a more contemporary or festive look.
A few dabs of hot glue and some jute twine changes the look of this cheap flower store vase. |
Create Monogram Art
Purchase an inexpensive wooden or cardboard letter at a craft store and wrap with twine, hot gluing to secure it in place. It’s that simple! You can also add embellishments like paper or fabric flowers.
Just periodically dab glue as you wrap. I used Jute twine wrapped around a cardboard letter. |
Use as Ribbon on a Gift
Change up the traditional use of ribbon on a gift wrapped package by using twine instead. Choose a bright color to coordinate for any occasion. For a more masculine look, use jute.
I used Jute twine for this gift for my husband. |
This fun baker’s twine coordinates well with brightly-colored gift wrap. Perfect for the kiddos! |
Display Photos or Artwork
Tie rows of twine to an old empty frame, and clip on photos with clothes pins or paperclips to create an instant photo or art gallery. This is a perfect way to display your children’s artwork.
(Close-Up: Tie twine to an empty frame creating even rows, then attach photos or artwork.) |
Baker’s twine is very versatile and there are so many uses for it. It’s perfect for embellishing party favors, gifts or even tying around desserts like cupcakes. It’s also great for weddings or holidays.
Now, the fun part! YOU could win some fun baker’s twine in your choice of color!
The Etsy shop, Talking Twine & Trim, is giving away a spool of twine to one of my lucky blog readers!
Here is how to enter:
Visit Talking Twine & Trim’s Etsy shop, then come back here and leave a comment telling me which yummy color of Twine you would like to have if you win.
For up to two optional additional entries, “Like” my page on Facebook and “Tweet” about the giveaway on Twitter. Then, come back here and leave me a separate comment for each action. If you are already a follower, it counts! Just let me know.
And guess what? You can up your chances even more by heading over to Talking Twine & Trim’s Facebook page and telling her that I sent you! She is giving away some twine over there too!
The giveaway ends on Tuesday, April 17th at 9pm EST. The winner will be randomly chosen and announced on the blog on Wednesday, April 18th.
Have a great rest of the week!
*Update: This giveaway has ended.
Katy~The Country Blossom says
I like the Classic red and Pink Blossom colors of twine!
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dmath says
I like the shore and stone colors…tough to choose just one!
DECOR8Rgirl says
I love the baby blue and Caribbean! Thanks!
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I Tweeted the giveaway!
Mandee says
I love the lilac.
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Niki says
I think I would choose the yellow & white…although I love sooo many of the colors!!!
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Lynda says
They are all yummy. It was between honeydew and lemondrop. I think lemondrop wins. Thanks for the giveaway.
judy gregory says
pink sorbet always pink for me
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Seek First says
Love the stone grey!
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B Greene says
Denim is my favorite color of the twine – thanks for the chance to win!
suburban prep says
I am a denim gal and I like the denim twine color.
erin says
lilac!
Sarah says
If I win I would choose the Honeydew twine.
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Kelly Massman says
I’d choose: Lemon Drop (bright yellow with a orange tint)! That looks fun and very versatile!
thanks for a chance to win!
And, have a GREAT day!
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Nettie says
As much as I love the rainbow of colors, and would love to have them all. I think my fave would have to be the classic red/white.
Emilie says
Caribbean!
Anonymous says
color: pink sorbet
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Ashley @ Bride on a Budget says
I love the Caribbean color! Gorgeous!
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Shooting Stars Mag says
i think the caribbean perhaps
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Ann Marie Heasley says
I like either the lemondrop yellow or the denim! Thanks for the giveaway!!
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Tweeted about the giveaway!
Megan says
Carribean, Honeydew and Canteloupe….oh wait! Were we suppose to only pick one? Whoops!
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Tweeted!
vwestermeyer says
The lilac calls to me!
Jacqueline says
id pick carribean [email protected]
Angie @ The Country Chic Cottage says
I would get that yummy aqua! 🙂
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Anonymous says
Charcoal black or Caribbean
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Vivienne @ the V Spot says
Love the red and the charcoal black.
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I posted about this on my facebook page.
olliepop96 says
I love the lemon drop and the sorbet color 🙂
Robin says
love the pink sorbet
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Donna says
I would love the lilac.
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I tweeted!
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Marika says
I think that lilac is awesome. My email address is marikabarth at hotmail dot com.
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Rebecca says
So many great colors–but love the Caribbean the most!
Steph @ The Silly Pearl says
My eye keeps going back to Yellow!
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Amy Anderson says
Yes to the yellow (PS I just moved from Atlanta!)
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Jennifer Curtis says
I love the Cantaloupe color twine. So pretty.
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Serenap95 says
I like the Bakers Twine Lemondrop
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Karen Watson says
So many pretty colors! I love the Caribbean, that would be my choice if I win!
Shardi says
I like pea pod green! [email protected]
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Lori @ EclecticMamma says
I can’t decide! I’d probably have to pick either the maraschino or the stone, as they’d be most versatile for me… But still a hard choice!
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I tweeted about the giveaway.
sandyandcosmo says
There are so many yummy colors but I think I would go with Honeydew!
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Meredith says
I love the Maraschino Red!
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I like you on Facebook and Twitter…
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Meredith says
I just tweeted the giveaway as well!
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Mallori says
I love the color stone. Thanks
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Tina Puro-Douglas says
I love sorbet and carribean. I tweeted about you, too. 🙂
Thanks!
Avad Fan says
Tough to choice between pink sorbet and aqua. Thanks for the giveaway!
Ashley says
Caribbean and Cantaloupe are beautiful.
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